
In the shadow of a gathering revolution, the Virginia frontier erupts into a deadly game of espionage and survival.
As 1775 ignites, Lord Dunmore returns to Williamsburg facing a chilling truth: the same Virginians he once rallied against the Shawnee are now on the brink of open rebellion against King George III. Desperate to crush the patriot movement, Dunmore allies with a shadowy operative to orchestrate a ruthless plot — assassinate Virginia’s key leaders before the flames of revolution can spread.
Caught in this web of intrigue, murder, and high-stakes espionage are John Dickinson, Lydia Townsend, Red Hawk, Cornstalk, Logan, and Henri Thevenin. Old alliances fracture, new betrayals emerge, and these battle-scarred characters must once again risk everything to protect their families, their homes, and the fragile spark of American independence.
Far from the grand declarations in Philadelphia, the real fight for America’s future unfolds in blood-stained forests, shadowed frontier outposts, and the corridors of power in Williamsburg. Loyalties are tested, consciences are weighed, and the line between patriot and traitor grows dangerously thin.
Beyond the Fading Darkness is a gripping historical thriller that continues the raw, unflinching saga of America’s violent birth on the edge of the wilderness. Rich with meticulous research and relentless tension, it delivers a powerful sequel that deepens the human drama of revolution.
This is the Revolution as you’ve never experienced it — told through the eyes of those who lived it on the bloody edge of empire.
Lord Dunmore is back in Williamsburg, and the reality he faces is chilling: the very Virginians he rallied to fight the Shawnee are now poised to ignite a rebellion against King George III. Desperate to keep the Old Dominion under Great Britain’s flag, Dunmore schemes with a mysterious operative, hatching a treacherous plot to assassinate the leaders of Virginia’s burgeoning patriot movement. His aim is clear: decapitate the rebellion before it can erupt into full-scale war against the Crown. This web of intrigue, espionage, and murder ensnares the lives of John Dickinson, Lydia Townsend, Red Hawk, Cornstalk, Logan, and Henri Thevenin. Once again, they find themselves thrust into a perilous fight, forced to risk everything they hold dear to protect their families and their homes from both external tyranny and hidden dangers.
As the second installment in the Fading Darkness series, Beyond the Fading Darkness reignites the journeys of characters you’ve come to love—and perhaps even despise. This rich narrative seamlessly blends captivating history, intricate political intrigue, high-stakes espionage, and deeply complex characters into a truly riveting thriller. The echoes of Dunmore’s desperate gambit resonate with a striking relevance, making this historical drama feel as urgent and compelling as if torn from today’s headlines.
Scott Fleming’s performances in the Fading Darkness audiobooks reconnects listeners to a time when the spoken word was an essential part of the storytelling experience. With over 100 titles under his belt, he is a highly experienced performer with 30+ years in professional theatre, television, voice acting and vocal coaching. Born and raised in Cornwall, England, Scott brings the characters in the Fading Darkness series to life and makes them, well… human. You will not find a better audiobook experience anywhere.
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